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New MSU Research Reveals Ransomware as a Major Cause of Health Data Breaches in the U.S.

Recent research conducted by experts from Michigan State University, Yale, and Johns Hopkins has identified ransomware as the primary factor behind health data breaches in the United States. This malicious software compromises victims’ files or systems, demanding payment in exchange for regaining access to compromised data. Notably, four hospitals in…

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Ascension Healthcare Data Breach Compromises 430,000 Patient Records

The current state of cybersecurity in the healthcare sector is alarming. Healthcare organizations, irrespective of being nonprofit or for-profit, handle vast amounts of data that include not only contact details but also critical information like medical records and insurance information. Such sensitive data is extremely valuable, rendering these institutions prime…

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Ransomware Assault Targets UK Food Distributor Serving Supermarkets

In a significant cybersecurity breach, Peter Green Chilled, a prominent logistics firm responsible for distributing refrigerated goods to major UK supermarket chains like Tesco, Aldi, and Sainsbury’s, has fallen victim to a ransomware attack. This incident marks another alarming development in a series of cyber-attacks plaguing the retail sector, which…

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Cultivating Calm Amid Crisis: Insights from Security Frontline Experiences

In the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity, high-stakes incidents demand prompt and coordinated responses from organizations. The rapid evolution of threats, particularly in the face of ransomware attacks, data breaches, or insider threats, elevates the urgency for immediate action. While technical expertise is crucial, the importance of effective communication cannot be…

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Criminal Records Leaked in Cyberattack on the Ministry of Justice

A significant cybersecurity breach has recently taken place, targeting the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Justice (MOJ). Preliminary reports indicate that hackers accessed approximately 2.7 million sensitive records, including criminal data. The ramifications of this incident are still being evaluated, highlighting a critical need for enhanced cybersecurity protocols to safeguard sensitive…

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CISA Safeguards Critical Infrastructure Through Timely Cyber Alerts

Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Executive Director Bridget Bean Discusses Proactive Alert Systems That Prevented $8.7 Billion in Potential Damages Rahul Neel Mani (@rneelmani) • May 19, 2025 Bridget Bean, Executive Director, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency With state-sponsored cyber threats from China,…

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